New flock not laying!

[ChandlerChick]

I'm am a new flock owner ( only about 2 weeks ) I bought a Cinnamon Queen first and then last week 2 RIR'S. Maybel ( the CQ ) was laying eggs for me but now has stopped since the RIR'S came ( Lucy and Hennah )~and these girls have not layed since I got them. We have a nest for them and are feeding them quality crumble feed--I also give them laying pellets and corn. the CQ is 9 months old and the RIR'S are 11 months. They were laying until I took them. What am I doing wrong??!!

 

[Judy]

You might leave the corn off, unless it is just small quantities as a treat or to train them. But probably it's just the shakeup of the move. Chickens don't tolerate change well, and being new to each other is two changes. It is even possible that the shakeup will precipitate a molt -- I hope not. Also, since this is a new place, if there is anywhere they can hide eggs, they quite possibly will. Here's an excellent post on all the various causes:

https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/423023/why-arent-my-chickens-laying-here-are-your-answers/0_20

 

[what eggs]

It sounds like the CQ was stressed from the new arrivals and the RIR’s stressed by being relocated. When I introduce a new bird to my small flock egg production drops for a week or so until they sort everything out.
Here is another good article on possible reasons hens are not laying:
https://www.backyardchickens.com/a/why-are-my-hens-not-laying

 

[ChandlerChick]

Someone just laid an egg so I guess they are settling down. Thanks for all y'all's advice and links to some more answers. I'm grateful for all advice being such a newbie

 

[ChandlerChick]

Has anyone else named their small flock or am I just a weirdo lol

 

[IndyFlockMama]

Well, I have Queenie, Gertie, Henrietta, Lila and Daisy. So...yes.